1959 Abarth 600 vs. 2008 Fiat Bravo
To start off, 2008 Fiat Bravo is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 600 would be higher. At 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Bravo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Bravo (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 600. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Bravo should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Bravo weights approximately 695 kg more than 1959 Abarth 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Abarth 600 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Abarth 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Bravo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Fiat Bravo (128 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 600. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Bravo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 600 | 2008 Fiat Bravo | |
| Make | Abarth | Fiat |
| Model | 600 | Bravo |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 72.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2610 mm |
